Environmental

A home that is thoughtfully designed, uniquely personalized, energy- and water-efficient, and attainably priced is simply a better home. One that provides greater comfort and well-being while conserving natural resources. It is this integrated, customer-driven approach to deliver new homes that families love, can afford and are right for the environment, that has helped us achieve a leadership role as a sustainable national homebuilder.

Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency is the cornerstone of our sustainability commitment

Since we first determined 16 years ago that energy efficiency would be the basis for our environmental sustainability efforts we have led the way to implement these ideals — it’s the right choice for our customers, the environment and our business. We strive to bring sustainability to production homebuilding, set the standard for innovation within our industry, and consistently demonstrate that an energy-efficient new home can also be a better home.

ENERGY STAR® certification is the foundation for our energy-efficiency commitment and has been since 2008, when we became the first national homebuilder to make a broad commitment to building ENERGY STAR certified homes.

The #1 energy-efficient national homebuilder

We’re proud to have the lowest, and therefore most efficient, publicly reported national average HERS® (Home Energy Rating System) score among large production homebuilders.* Additionally, our national average HERS score of 48 in 2022 was an impressive 10 points below the 58 average for all HERS-rated homes in the U.S.

Solar

Solar and clean energy

We built our first solar home in 2005 and introduced our first all-solar communities in 2011, taking an early leadership position in our industry on the importance of renewable energy.

Solar within reach

To make renewable solar energy more attainable, we offer homebuyers both leasing and mortgage financing options for solar power systems. We have also recently added higher efficiency panels that generate more power using the same roof space.

THE NUMBERS ADD UP

17,500+

total solar homes delivered since 2010

3,530

solar homes build in 2022

Water

Water, an emerging imperative

Water conservation has long been a critical issue for housing, and for nearly 20 years, we have been building water-efficient homes to address this concern. In many areas where we build, particularly our West Coast and Southwest regions, periodic drought conditions have become a way of life, making conservation essential.

A precious natural resource

We consider water a fundamental human right. As many areas throughout the country experience an increasing frequency, intensity and duration of drought-related events, building water-efficient homes can help preserve this vital natural resource and help save our homeowners on utility costs.

THE NUMBERS ADD UP

19,000+

cumulative Water Smart and
WaterSense labeled new homes built

1,760

WaterSense labeled new homes built in 2022

1,000,000+

total WaterSense labeled fixtures

Healthier Homes

Healthier indoor environments support wellness

We believe that wellness starts at home, and that’s where we can make meaningful changes to improve overall well-being.

Every KB home is designed and built with quality construction techniques and features that are guided by the EPA’s ENERGY STAR and Indoor airPLUS standards to support wellness and deliver a broad set of health-related benefits compared to new homes without these features, including:

Reduced spread of germs

Every KB home features Kwikset® interior door hardware with Microban® 24/7 antimicrobial protection that inhibits the growth of microbes, such as bacteria, mold and mildew on product surfaces. Additional upgrades, like Moen® touchless faucets as well as voice-activated light switches and Whirlpool® smart appliances further help reduce the spread of germs.

Improved indoor air quality

Every KB home incorporates high-performance ventilation that regularly introduces fresh outdoor air and helps to reduce indoor air pollutants. MERV-13 rated filters capture 90% of airborne particles as small as 1.0 micron and are designed to remove dust, pollen, mold and certain bacteria and viruses for enhanced indoor air quality.

Eco-friendly features for healthier interiors

We use environmentally conscious products like Shaw® flooring, Sherwin-Williams® paint and quality cabinetry that have fewer harsh chemicals.

Elevated level of comfort

All KB homes include a high-efficiency heating and cooling system designed to provide better comfort in every room through every season. We also features smartphone-controllable ecobee3® lite smart thermostats, which can learn homeowner patterns and help them save money on electric bills each year.

Enhanced pollutant and moisture control

Every KB home is built with comprehensive air sealing to help reduce drafts, moisture, dust and pollen.

Awards & Recognitions

In 2022 and early 2023, we were recognized for our environmental leadership by a number of organizations, including:

2022 and 2023 EPA ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year — Sustained Excellence Award

Our 12th and 13th consecutive awards for demonstrating leadership in energy-efficient construction.

2022 EPA ENERGY STAR Certified Homes Market Leader Awards

A record 28 awards in all, one in each of our primary markets nationwide, recognizing our excellence in energy-efficient homebuilding.

2022 EPA WaterSense Sustained Excellence Award

Our eighth consecutive award for achievement in constructing water-efficient homes, and our 12th consecutive year recognized by WaterSense.

2022 Sustainability Report

We believe that sustainability is built on one essential idea: balance. We strive to ensure that today’s homebuyers are able to achieve the dream of homeownership while balancing that objective with mindfulness about the sustainability needs of future generations and our environment. Sustaining the dream of homeownership both today and into the future is what we do every day.

This year, we published our 16th Annual Sustainability Report, the longest-running publication of its kind in the homebuilding industry. We invite you to learn about what matters to us and to join us on our journey. We encourage you to review our previous 15 Sustainability reports to learn more about our consistent, long-term approach and all of the work that lies behind our 2022 sustainability results.

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Environmental

Environmental

Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency is the cornerstone of our sustainability commitment

The #1 energy-efficient national homebuilder

Solar

Solar and clean energy

Solar within reach

THE NUMBERS ADD UP

17,500+

3,530

Water

Water, an emerging imperative

A precious natural resource

THE NUMBERS ADD UP

19,000+

1,760

1,000,000+

Healthier Homes

Healthier indoor environments support wellness

Reduced spread of germs

Improved indoor air quality

Eco-friendly features for healthier interiors

Elevated level of comfort

Enhanced pollutant and moisture control

Awards & Recognitions

2022 Sustainability Report

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